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In this episode, I sit down with Dr Jen Douglas - psychologist, former Stanford professor, and expert on perfectionism - to unpack what perfectionism really is, where it comes from, and how it quietly shapes our lives. We talk about the roots of perfectionistic thinking, the emotional and relational costs, and why so many of us feel trapped in impossible standards.

We also answer your questions and share practical tools to help you loosen perfectionism’s grip and move toward a more compassionate, grounded way of being.

Perfectionism isn’t the pursuit of excellence - it’s the fear of being seen as anything less.

If you’re tired of feeling like nothing you do is ever enough, this conversation really is for you.

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In this episode, I sit down with Amber Rae - bestselling author, artist, and speaker whose work has inspired millions around the world to live with more courage, creativity, and emotional honesty. Her new book, Lovable: One Woman’s Path from Good to Free, is a raw and beautiful memoir about what it means to stop being good and start being true

Our conversation felt like something special - it was real, and deeply human. We talked about self-trust, belonging, and the brave work of coming home to yourself.

As a therapist, I found this dialogue both grounding and illuminating - a reminder that love isn’t something we earn through perfection or approval, but something we return to within ourselves.

This episode has stayed with me. I hope it stays with you, too.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae?igsh=MWR2eHQyZ2JzaTI4ZA==

Her memoir, Lovable: https://www.amberrae.com/links?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaAOK721leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadmf8mbKqVJDodCO7BMBY2rzFqzvELwWhYGluW3SYQVjiv5dhGXDkbK9Qrt9Q_aem_5yf8T3de7wssjXhERcg6iw

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In this solo episode, I’m sharing insights from my book Choose You. I dive into why self-abandonment happens, the cost of neglecting your own needs, and also offer some favourite practices to help you start to choose yourself too.

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